Winter’s icy grip may still have a firm hold on Minnesota weather, but that hasn’t stopped the Gustavus men’s and women’s golf teams from getting excited for their spring season, whenever it may come. Both teams traded the snow and ice for the Sunshine State on their annual Spring Break trip to Florida to get in some much needed outdoor practice time. The Gusties spent … Continue reading Gustavus golf teams hope to see the green
Although Gustavus has a wide variety of intramural and club sports ranging from rugby to Ultimate Frisbee, cycling has never been on the list. Fortunately for bike enthusiasts around campus, that is about to change. While the Gustavus Cycling team isn’t a recognized club sport yet, Juniors Adam Larson and Gabe Hanson, along with Sophomore Nick Theisen are working to make their dream a reality … Continue reading Gustavus cycling: an emerging hub on campus
Elite athletes from all over the world compete in a variety of championships and Olympic games. The elite have always left the general population in awe of their unbelievable capabilities. Many of us often dream of being one of those competitors. Some forget that an athlete’s psychological processes have a great deal to do with the outcome we see. To physically get to the elite … Continue reading Thinking like a champion: the power of mental toughness
March Madness is a much-anticipated annual event for the Men’s and Women’s Basketball National Championships. This year the 2013 National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I Men’s Basketball Championship will take place April 8 at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta, Georgia. March Madness began this year on Tuesday, March 19. It consists of teams from the South, East, West, and Midwest regions of the U.S. … Continue reading Let the month of madness begin
For the next few weeks, the Sports & Fitness section staff will be reviewing the student-led fitness classes offered in Lund. Kickboxing by Zac Isaak This week, I attended the kickboxing class held on Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. Led by First-year Hanna Engebretson, the class offers a chance for students to get up on Saturday mornings and get their workout done early so that they … Continue reading Fitness classes in review
Anyone who followed the women’s tennis team last season might have to do a double take when they step out on the court this spring. The team has a fresh face after graduating half of their starters from 2012. The new season also comes with new talent; six of the eleven players on the squad are first-years. However, a lack of collegiate experience doesn’t mean … Continue reading Young tennis team aims to grow into champions
Pop, soda, or Coke, (depending on where you’re from), seems to be a part of an average American’s daily life. Startling studies have shown the negative effects that soda pop can have on a person, and their athletic performances. Soda and other carbonated drinks are not good fluids to hydrate oneself for athletic practice or competition. Sodas that contain caffeine, which is a diuretic, cause … Continue reading What you don’t know about soda and how it affects you
Although the Gustavus men’s tennis team was off to a shaky start, the men have continued to improve their technique and are currently sitting on a four meet winning streak. The recent meets against Grinnell College, Macalester College, Hamline University, and UW-Whitewater have boosted the team’s morale and set the stage for a successful spring season. “This year the team has been gifted with a … Continue reading Men’s tennis: serving their way to success
The yoga class, taught by Renee Hoppe on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, offers a warm and welcoming environment for students to let go of their worries. College students often try to find ways to relax in their busy schedules, and yoga is a great way to do it. “It is a good break from the crazy and hectic college life we all know … Continue reading Fitness classes in review: Tuesday Night Yoga
W ith spring quickly approaching, it’s time for baseball season. The Gustavus men’s baseball team began the 2013 season a few weeks ago. On March 3, the Gusties opened their regular season with losses in both games against Elmhurst College. The final scores of those games were 5-2 and 8-4. The Gusties played at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome and will be playing there for … Continue reading Gustie baseball swings into 2013 season
